Protection Team Leader - Child Protection

About the role

The Protection Team Leader – Child Protection will oversee the day‑to‑day implementation of Danish Refugee Council’s child protection programme in Tripoli. Reporting to the Programme Manager, the holder will manage a team of 11 protection staff and ensure high‑quality case management, child‑friendly spaces and school‑based interventions.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and off‑boarding of team members in line with DRC SOPs.
• Provide performance management, regular feedback and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Organise field presence, workload distribution and leave planning to guarantee effective programme delivery.
• Deliver technical supervision, field visits and coaching to ensure compliance with child protection minimum standards.
• Co‑facilitate trainings on child protection topics for DRC staff and external stakeholders.
• Oversee case management processes, monitor implementation fidelity and support MEAL activities.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive team environment and promote staff wellbeing.

Required profile

• Advanced knowledge of child protection concepts, standards and programming.
• Proven experience managing protection teams in humanitarian settings.
• Strong ability to provide technical supervision, coaching and capacity‑building.
• Excellent communication skills and adherence to DRC Code of Conduct.

Required skills